Container Gardening

Container Gardening Made Easy

Perhaps you live in a small area, but would like to add some greenery to your space. Or perhaps you have a yard, but would like a space-saving way to add versatility to your garden. Container gardens are great space savers; they can be used on decks, balconies, patios, terraces, and even window sills. They are fun and easy to make, and can be used to grow just about anything from perennials to herbs. Here is a simple DIY way to make your own container garden.

Container gardening is the art of growing plants in containers, window boxes, and pots etc. They can be used for creating focal points, to separate spaces, hung from the ceiling, to create privacy, and to accent landscaping.

Selecting a Container

Any container that holds soil and has drainage holes, can serve as a great container for terrestrial plants. If your container does not already have drain holes, simply drill four holes in the bottom of the container for drainage. When choosing a container, things to consider include: convenience, appeal, cost, and size. The size of your container should provide adequate space for soil and roots, in order to ensure flourishing plant growth. Larger plants may require a stronger material to prevent being blown over and the roots from breaking the container.